Best Donuts in Michigan (2026 Guide)
Michigan's donut culture is a point of serious state pride. Detroit's legendary shops, Ann Arbor's inventive bakeries, and Grand Rapids' rising scene make the Great Lakes State a donut destination with both cherished institutions and exciting newcomers.
Top 15 Donut Shops in Michigan
Why it's notable: The top-rated donut shop in Michigan, known for Paczki, Glazed Donuts, Specialty Flavors, featuring 65+ flavors and Perfect Yelp rating.
Why it's notable: One of Michigan's highest-rated shops, known for Classic Donuts, Fresh Baked Donuts, serving since 1934, featuring Historic and Classic donut shop.
Why it's notable: One of Michigan's highest-rated shops, known for Coconut Custard, Strawberry Moon Rock, Michigan Cherry, with 2 awards, serving since 1985, featuring Family-owned and Made fresh daily.
Why it's notable: A standout Sterling Heights favorite, known for Coconut Custard, Strawberry Moon Rock, Michigan Cherry, with 2 awards, serving since 1985, featuring Family-owned and Made fresh daily.
Why it's notable: A standout Royal Oak favorite, known for Coconut Custard, Strawberry Moon Rock, Michigan Cherry, with 2 awards, serving since 1985, featuring Family-owned and Made fresh daily.
Why it's notable: A standout Detroit favorite, known for Glazed donuts, Old fashioned donuts, Custom coffee blend, with 3 awards, serving since 1947, featuring 24-hour service (Tue-Sat) and Historic landmark.
Why it's notable: A standout Livonia favorite, known for Raised glazed donuts, Long johns, Apple fritters, with 2 awards, serving since 2005, featuring Award-winning and Made fresh daily.
Why it's notable: A standout Warren favorite, known for Classic Glazed, Cream-Filled Donuts, Apple Fritters, with 1 award, featuring Handmade donuts and Old-school charm.
Why it's notable: A standout Royal Oak favorite, known for Glazed Donuts, Cream-Filled Donuts, Apple Fritters, with 1 award, featuring Made fresh daily and Classic donuts.
Why it's notable: A standout Detroit favorite, known for Vanilla-glazed oatmeal donuts, Faygo Red Pop-glazed donuts, Pineapple passion fruit donuts, with 3 awards, serving since 2020, featuring Drive-thru and House-roasted coffee.
Why it's notable: A standout Ann Arbor favorite, known for Melt-in-your-mouth glazed donuts, German Christmas cookies (seasonal), Apple fritters, with 2 awards, serving since 1985, featuring #1 on Yelp Ann Arbor and Lines out the door.
Why it's notable: A standout Ypsilanti favorite, known for Fresh raised donuts, Cake donuts, Cinnamon rolls, with 3 awards, serving since 1968, featuring #72 Best Donuts in the US (Yelp) and 500+ Yelp reviews.
Why it's notable: A standout Grand Rapids favorite, known for PB&J long johns, Blueberry pancake donuts, Dirt cup donuts, with 3 awards, serving since 1986, featuring Double festival winner and Made from scratch.
Why it's notable: A standout Kalamazoo favorite, known for Cheesecake donut, Apple fritters, Cinnamon rolls, with 3 awards, serving since 1983, featuring Food Network featured and 40+ years in business.
Why it's notable: A standout Eastpointe favorite, known for Donuts, Cakes, Cupcakes, with 1 award, featuring Full bakery and Deli section.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best donut shop in Michigan?
Donut Craze in Wayne is the top-rated donut shop in Michigan with a 5.0 rating.
How many donut shops are in Michigan?
We have 45 donut shops listed across 32 cities in Michigan on NearbyDonuts.com.
Which cities in Michigan have the best donuts?
The top cities for donuts in Michigan include Detroit (4 shops), Ann Arbor (4 shops), Grand Rapids (3 shops), Troy (3 shops), Warren (2 shops).